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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 HLJMOT history

LB08 HLJ is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 20 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 65,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,221 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 HLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 HLJ was last recorded at 65,221 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,647 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,574 miles
Average per year
3,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,221 miles
  • 2025 – 62,647 miles
  • 2024 – 59,857 miles
  • 2023 – 57,217 miles
  • 2022 – 54,548 miles
  • 2021 – 52,681 miles
  • 2020 – 51,117 miles
  • 2019 – 49,316 miles
  • 2018 – 45,890 miles
  • 2017 – 41,565 miles
  • 2016 – 37,467 miles
  • 2015 – 32,907 miles
  • 2014 – 28,833 miles
  • 2013 – 24,894 miles
  • 2012 – 20,571 miles
  • 2011 – 15,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,221 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,221 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    928485288583
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,217 miles (+2,570)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,217 miles
    Test number
    863191692120
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass62,647 miles (+2,790)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    62,647 miles
    Test number
    177877204690
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,857 miles (+2,640)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,857 miles
    Test number
    339447014104
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass57,217 miles (+2,669)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,217 miles
    Test number
    996054558625
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass54,548 miles (+1,867)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    54,548 miles
    Test number
    140873616208
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass52,681 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    52,681 miles
    Test number
    162520455848
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear tyres slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail52,681 miles (+1,564)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,681 miles
    Test number
    300611108093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear tyres slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass51,117 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,117 miles
    Test number
    678978791758
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides front (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides rear (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail51,111 miles (+1,795)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,111 miles
    Test number
    476734481020
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides front (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides rear (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass49,316 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,316 miles
    Test number
    353747608412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,890 miles (+4,325)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,890 miles
    Test number
    415597427893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,565 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,565 miles
    Test number
    462008986744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,467 miles (+4,560)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,467 miles
    Test number
    361231861537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,907 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,907 miles
    Test number
    866912415266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,833 miles (+3,939)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,833 miles
    Test number
    636430724252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,894 miles (+4,323)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,894 miles
    Test number
    186617823240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,571 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,571 miles
    Test number
    157011922240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,928 miles
    Test number
    958122301236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 HLJ

Does LB08 HLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 HLJ is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 HLJ?
The MOT on LB08 HLJ is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 HLJ done?
LB08 HLJ was recorded at 65,221 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 3,256 miles a year.
Has LB08 HLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 HLJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 HLJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 HLJ find?
LB08 HLJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; handbrake lever has little reserve travel; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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